Product Description

The new PM15 from Powermatic is loaded with features that make it a standout. Large 5HP motor gives the unit 15" wide planing capacity and enough power to run double knife sets for molding. The stand is fully enclosed and is equipped with integral casters for shop mobility. Two feed speeds, 10 and 20 fpm's allow you to run quickly for maximum stock removal yet slower speeds yield a fine milled finish on decorative moldings. Opening the hinged top with 4" dust collection port exposes the cutterhead, allowing for fast and easy tooling changes. This machine can use either single molding knives or 3 knife sets, whichever you choose. A long list of available accessories will make this machine a valuable addition to any shop.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #106636 in Home Improvement
• Brand: Powermatic
• Model: 1120003

Features

• Powerful 5-horsepower, 1 phase, 230-volt motor
• Plane or mold capabilities
• Heavy-duty cast-iron table; magnetic controls
• Three knives in cutterhead
• 1-year warrnty

Amazon.com Product Description
The Powermatic PM15 Planer/Molder is a true workhorse that handles a wide array of jobs quickly, easily, and with precision. Using single or three-piece molding knives, this tool gives you wide selection of profiles. The perfect choice for the professional woodworker or serious hobbyist, the PM15 also features two feed speeds, adjustable depth of cut, and a hinged top with four-inch dust port.

PM15 Planer/Molder At a Glance: Single or 3-piece molding for a wide selection of profiles 5-HP motor; 15-inch planing capacity; 13,500 cuts per minute 2 feed speeds (10 and 20 FPM) for maximum stock removal or fine milled finish 4-inch dust port for better air quality and visibility Precise, easy depth-of-cut adjustments

The PM15 features a wide planing capacity, dual feed speeds, and a hinged top for easy tooling changes.

Gets the Job Done Quickly and Easily
Equipped with a five-horsepower motor that spins the cutterhead at 4,500 RPM, the PM15 can power through the hardest materials with ease.

Great for heavy-duty projects, this machine also has a 15-inch planing capacity--enough to run double molding knife sets--and a cutting speed of 13,500 cuts per minute.

Adjustable Features for Versatility and Precision
To give you maximum versatility and precision, the PM15 offers two feed speeds: 10 and 20 FPM. The lower speed is perfect for projects that require maximum stock removal, the higher speed is ideal for achieving fine milled finishes on decorative moldings.

What's more, the PM15's table height can be adjusted with a chain and sprocket for precise depths of cut. An easy-to-read depth-of-cut scale has a large hand wheel for quick setups, and the hinged top ensures effortless tooling changes.

Durably Designed with a Convenient Dust Port
The PM15's table is made of cast iron with polished, precision-ground surfaces for durability and easy feeds. Four lead screws support the table, and a full cast-iron head assembly supports the feed rollers and cutter head.

For convenience, an integrated dust port hooks up to your dust collection system for improved visibility and a healthier, more pleasant work environment.

Dimensions and Warranty Information
The PM15 measures approximately 34.0 x 51.0 x 28.0 inches (WxHxD), weighs 423 pounds, and is backed by a five-year warranty.

What's in the Box
Planer/Molder; one handwheel; one knife-setting gauge; one dust chute with fasteners; one manual; and one warranty card.

From the Manufacturer
The new PM15 from Powermatic is loaded with features that make it a standout. Large 5HP motor gives the unit 15" wide planing capacity and enough power to run double knife sets for molding. The stand is fully enclosed and is equipped with integral casters for shop mobility. Two feed speeds, 10 and 20 fpm’s allow you to run quickly for maximum stock removal yet slower speeds yield a fine milled finish on decorative moldings. Opening the hinged top with 4" dust collection port exposes the cutterhead, allowing for fast and easy tooling changes. This machine can use either single molding knives or 3 knife sets, whichever you choose. A long list of available accessories will make this machine a valuable addition to any shop.

FEATURES

• 5 HP motor with 15" planing capacity handles the biggest jobs
• Fully enclosed base cabinet with integral casters allows complete mobility in the shop
• Big 27 1 /2" x 15 1 /8" cast iron table is supported by 4 lead screws and height is controlled by chain and sprocket for precise depth of cut positioning and accuracy
• Feed rollers and cutterhead supported by full cast iron head assembly -- positive stock feeding with accuracy and longevity
• Hinged top for easy access to internal portion of machine for fast blade changing
• Machine uses single or three piece molding knives Wide selection of profiles available
• 2 feed speeds -- 10/20 fpm -- for fast stock removal as well as fine finish work
• Dust collection port included for clean work area and improved finish
• Easy to read depth of cut scale with large handwheel for fast and accurate set-up

SPECIFICATIONS
Stock Number: 1120003
Motor HP/Voltage/Phase: 5HP 230V 1PH
Working Width (inch): 15
Maximum Depth Cut Planing (in): 1/8
Maximum Depth Cut Molding (in): 3/4
Minimum Thickness (in): 3/16
Maximum Thickness (in): 6-1/2
Urethane Infeed Roller Diameter (in): 1-1/2
Urethane Outfeed Roller Diameter (in): 1-1/2
Feed Speeds (FPM): 10/20 FPM
Table Size (L x W/in): 27-1/2 x 15-1/8
Minimum Length Workpiece (in): 8
Table Height Adjust: 1 Turn = 1/16"
Scale/Cursor: Inch/Metric
Cutter Diameter (in): 2-7/8
Cutter Diameter with Knives (in): 3
Number of Knives: 3
Cuts per Minute: 13,500
Dust Connect Diameter (in): 4
Minimum CFM Required: 900
Weight Gross/Net (lbs): 550/423
Overall Dimensions Assembled (HxWxL/in): 51 x 34 x 28
Overall Shipping Dimensions (in): 50 x 37 x 32
Tools Supplied: Blade Wrenches, Knife Gauge

Customer Reviews

Powerful but particular
The machine is absolutely heavy duty. Although, there are a few things that I have found issue with:

1) machine doesn't work well with wide poplar boards. I have a heavy duty dust collection system connected to it but the poplar creates long strands from the wide boards. These strands clog up the exhaust chute causing the shavings to back up onto the outfeed roller and stop the boards from continuing through the planer part way through a feed. Basically have to lower the table and pull the board out to clean the strands out. This binding of the strands has tore up the outfeed urethance rollers to the point of no return. ***update: I was able to take the rollers off the machine and turn the urethane down on an engine lathe to straighten the urethane after much use. (note: high rpm, low feed rate and a touch with sand paper when finished) Works better than new now. I should be able to do this a few times before having to buy new ones. By the way, the new rollers are pretty cheap to replace.***

2) Wish the table length was longer or adaptable to adding an extension. Would be nice.

The machine is very easy to work with and work on. The molding feature is great and works well. I've done all the trim in my new house with this machine. Hope to have a long future with it in my business.

A Lot of Machine For the Money
When this planer arrived at my shop I couldn't wait to get it out of the crate and plugged in. I was pleasantly surprised to see how heavy the machine was built, its beefy stature screamed, throw anything at me I can plane it, and after some adjusting it did. I ran pine and white oak threw it, and it produced a wonderful finish on both. The one problem I have had is trying to plane exceptionally wide boards. For some reason if I plane a board 10" wide or better it machine has some trouble feeding the board threw. I found that with some adjustment of the spring tension on the urethane infeed and outfeed rollers this can be reduced but not completely eliminated. Other than this the machine runs great. It is easy and safe to operate, and fun to use. This planer is another fine example of Powermatic's expertise in building heavy-duty home shop machinery.

You little Birch!!!
About eight months ago I purchased the powermatic PM-15 from a local tool supply store. I have loved using this fine machine for planing and moulding, and it has preformed flawlessly, that is until I got my first paying customer. A gentleman that lives near me brought me a load of roughsawn birch to plane down and run 50' of crown and 50' of panel moulding for him. While most of it (80 percent) came out nice, most of the pieces had some tearout, and 1 piece of crown was completly trashed. What a nightmare! I was suprised at this because I've run poplar, red oak, and pine through this machine with very little tearout (mainly around knots and hard areas). I can't fault the machine, I suppose, but I wrote this to warn any future millwrights about working birch.